Local Favorites
A little guide to our neighborhood ♡
We made this little list of our favorite spots nearby so it still feels like a treat while you are waiting.
We'll take great care of your guest while you explore. Feel free to come back a few minutes before their service is complete.
— Fox & Rose 🦊🌹
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☕ Coffee & Quick Bites
Slow mornings, cozy afternoons
The Bywater — cozy, elevated café vibes Cajun-inspired comfort, beautiful patio, and they do dinner + drinks too if your appointment runs late. 532 N Santa Cruz Ave · And right across the street!!!
Sweet Pea's Cafe — crepes, sandwiches & sunshine Charming little café right up the block. Sweet and savory crepes, sunny patio, easygoing energy. 453 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Co. — local roaster, old-soul vibes A neighborhood institution. Beautiful pastries, excellent espresso, the kind of place that just feels like home. 101 W Main St
Starbucks — quick + easy classic Just up the block when you need exactly what you need. 442 N Santa Cruz Ave
🍩 Sweet Tooth
Because we always vote for treats
Maple Leaf Donuts — donuts + breakfast sandwiches Family-run, opens at 6am, and literally next door to us. Donuts AND breakfast sandwiches on a croissant — the move. 540 N Santa Cruz Ave
Icing on the Cake — cakes & cookies Beloved local bakery just down on W. Main. Banana cake, snickerdoodles, the prettiest pastries. 50 W Main St
🌸 Boutique Shopping Subhead:All along Santa Cruz Avenue
Time Out Clothing — Free People + curated picks Beloved local boutique with the kind of pieces that feel personal. The team here knows their stock. 108 N Santa Cruz Ave
Viva O Sol — elevated designer pieces LoveShackFancy, Zimmermann, Camilla — beautifully curated and personal. 155 N Santa Cruz Ave
She She Boutique — trendy + cozy Bright, welcoming, full of lovely things — clothing, loungewear, accessories, the cutest gifts. 130 N Santa Cruz Ave
💄 Treat Yourself
A little browse at Old Town Center
Sephora — a little beauty browse Right in Old Town Center — perfect for a beauty moment. Try something new while you have the time. 50 University Ave
Anthropologie — clothes, candles, pretty things Old Town Center spot that always has the loveliest pieces. 50 University Ave
💅 Pamper Yourself
A little extra TLC while you're here
La Orquidea Salon & Spa — a few doors down Beautiful, clean, and the team treats every guest like a regular. Manicures, pedicures, facials. 431 N Santa Cruz Ave
Kayla Nails — literally next door Same building as us. Friendly, detailed, gel that lasts. Perfect for a quick mani while you're already on the block. 540 N Santa Cruz Ave
💐 Cute & Local
Little finds, big charm
Centerpiece Flowers — beautiful blooms Catherine and her team are real artists. Pick up something pretty for yourself or someone you love. 242 N Santa Cruz Ave · Tue–Sat, 11am–5pm
🍷 Have Time for a Treat
A main character moment
Rootstock Wine Bar — glass of wine + flatbread A glass of something good and a flatbread — the perfect treat-yourself pause. 217 N Santa Cruz Ave · Opens 12pm or 3pm daily
🚶♀️ Take a Walk
Fresh air, no agenda
Los Gatos Creek Trail — fresh air & water views A quick stroll along the creek is the loveliest reset. Just steps east of downtown and pure peace. Always open
Stroll Downtown Los Gatos — Santa Cruz Avenue charm The prettiest little wander right outside our door. Window shop the boutiques, grab an iced something, people-watch on the patios. The whole stretch is walkable in 20 minutes if you take your time.